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Morocco Faces Setbacks as Key Players Miss World Cup

PUBLISHED June 11, 2026
Morocco Faces Setbacks as Key Players Miss World Cup

Morocco's World Cup Journey Begins Without Key Players

The highly anticipated World Cup, which kicks off today in Mexico, Canada, and the United States, will proceed without two crucial Moroccan players: Nayef Aguerd from Olympique Marseille and Abde Ezzalzouli of Betis Sevilla. According to an official FIFA announcement, the duo has been replaced by Marwane Saadane from Al-Fateh and Amine Sbaï from Angers SCO, who have been called up to fill the gaps left by the injured stars.

Experts have labeled the North African team as dark horses for this prestigious tournament in North America. However, the absence of their defensive leader Aguerd and attacking sensation Ezzalzouli presents a significant blow to the African champions' aspirations. As Morocco prepares to kick off their campaign against Brazil this Sunday at midnight, they will need to overcome these setbacks if they hope to make a strong impression in the tournament.

As reported by fussballtransfers.com.

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